Thoughts Of A HALF Marathon Runner Mile by Mile

Thoughts Of A HALF Marathon Runner Mile by Mile | Great North Run 2019

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Ever wondered what goes through the mind of a half marathon runner as they make their way round 13.1 miles? Or perhaps you've run a half marathon yourself and can agree with some of these. Running Channel presenter Anna took a GoPro round the 2019 Great North Run and filmed her thoughts, mile by mile.
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@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

What do you think about when you’re running a half marathon? Or maybe you haven’t run one yet and this video’s given you an idea of what it’s like? 👇

@nollys8523 4 жыл бұрын

I have my first half marathon coming up in a few weeks and Anna triggered me. I don't want to be a blubbering mess at the end of it but I suspect...😂

@juleshorror 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry, just pace yourself, don’t get caught up in the event and start off too fast, it’s about pacing yourselves to your level at that point, it’s a decent distance so steady for your first one, you will then have a base to work on if you are up for the challenge again, most of all enjoy your run 🏃‍♀️

@anaellef289 4 жыл бұрын

Running my first half-marathon in Brussels next month 🤩 Your vid made me even more looking forward to it !

@lizgreen2936 4 жыл бұрын

I've only ran 3 half marathons ( slowly) but loved each one so much I now find my training runs are getting longer an longer...this year I'm running the great Scottish 10k only because I haven't managed sub 60 at it yet an my plans are too do that this year then back too my halfs....great video Anna you were amazing!!..🏃🏃🏃❤xx

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

😭

@daniduc 4 жыл бұрын

This Sunday I just ran my first ever race and it was a half marathon. I can certainly relate to the tears in the end. The finish line was just across the street from the hospital were 14 months before I was lying on a bed with a drain in my abdomen, recovering from a surgery. I had never ran a single kilometer in my life at that point. 14 months later, I was across the street lying on the grass, recovering from a half marathon . It was not my last race, that is for sure. Thank you The Running Channel too for being part of my journey and teaching, cheering and amusing me along the way. Congratulations Anna for another race!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Incredible. Massive well done Daniel!

@daniduc 4 жыл бұрын

@Sydney Fleming Thank you, Sydney! Let's do it!

@npsvenkatesh 4 жыл бұрын

Well Done Daniel! You are an inspiration to the rest of us!!!

@shaanajuntunen 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I hope to have this experience this year. Broke my ankle in 2 places while hiking in October 2018. I’ve never really been a runner but I want to do a 5k this year.

@LAnonHubbard 4 жыл бұрын

@Daniel Duclos Blimey that's a contrast. Well done!!!

@simacca 4 жыл бұрын

My most common thoughts when running a half are "why do I keep doing this" and "How long til I can stuff my face" 😁😁😁

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! You’re definitely not alone there Si!

@laurien9590 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Just ran the Chicago half this past Sunday in the rain... kept thinking of coffee and eggs, and a hot bath LOL

@JohnShaw26.2 4 жыл бұрын

Si Mack I always get super hungry and dream of all the high calorie bad for me foods I want lol. Pizzas, bacon cheeseburgers and thick shakes are often what I say dream of.

@joshliftz7496 4 жыл бұрын

Same except I can usually only eat a banana

@JohnM... 3 жыл бұрын

Post race doughnuts are a must...

@TheHog31604 4 жыл бұрын

sub 2 hours and chatting on the way round! amazing

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! 🙌

@daniduc 4 жыл бұрын

Not only chatting but also stopping to thank the doggies for the cheering

@hanphilnoffz8827 4 жыл бұрын

lol is only 2 hour not really professional at all I bet I would struggle on it I run 5.5 mile at 7 mph past still out of shape kinda breathing

@hanphilnoffz8827 4 жыл бұрын

not too bad trying to get fit

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

The dogs deserve a thanks, Daniel! Haha (Anna)

@livieaustin 4 жыл бұрын

Last April I ran my very first half marathon (as a 13 year old!). I was the youngest person in the race too! My goal was to get 2 hours, and I got 1:59:59 (that was my official time!)! I was so proud of myself. My coach trained me for 10 weeks (I think) and she also ran the race with me. Without her I wouldn't have been able to do it! The Running Channel is inspiring me to run another! Thank you so much! Good job Anna!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Great time. Well done. Thanks for watching 🙌

@evanyoung6993 4 жыл бұрын

I ran my first half marathon as a 12 year old (I’m fourteen now) and ran a 1:31:01, it was a completely flat course though with only a few minor hills. I have yet to try another half marathon because of how terrifyingly painful it is. Hoping to do another soon. My dad is a former Boston Marathon runner so he helped me through the training a lot.

@livieaustin 4 жыл бұрын

Moisty Butter Wow! That's crazy! Awesome job! Also congrats for your dad running in the Boston marathon! The course I ran on was VERY hilly. I also trained on a very hilly course. I want to do another half marathon just because now I know I'm capable of doing it. You should do another one! It's all worth it in the end, right? 😉😂

@redalien75 4 жыл бұрын

Livie Austin, I'm also 13, my best HM time was 1:52:01, I was pretty proud of that, got another half tomorrow, so that will be fun

@juanruns7693 4 жыл бұрын

I’m 14, I did my half marathon a couple weeks ago, I ran a 1:24:27

@anthonyeastaway1596 4 жыл бұрын

How many people have got emotional at the end of a race, I know I have. Pretty normal to me. Hugs

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Anthony 🙌

@madr309 4 жыл бұрын

First marathon I finished I was in tears crossing the line, whispering "I'm a marathoner!" to myself. Next one, I crossed the line and barfed. So it goes.

@anya_winters2274 4 жыл бұрын

I somehow cried after running a 3200 for track so I imagine running a much longer distance, (10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, etc.) would be super emotional, I’d be bawling

@jigsaw458 4 жыл бұрын

It havent happened to me yet, but i hope it will someday. I havent ran in months because of a clinical depression sucking my life out of me. I just want to get my life back and one day be able to finish a long endurance run to get myself proud.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck getting back out there Jigsaw

@AlasdairShutt 4 жыл бұрын

The more I watch these videos the more I think, ‘Isn’t Anna just lovely!’ 😊🙏

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching 🙌

@andrewroberts8139 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@pedrob8787 4 жыл бұрын

Seems like a runner i would like to train with 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👍

@iftomatosareafruitwhyisntk4038 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed what’s with all the dislikes

@myksyk 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. When she said Thanks to the Northern run for being epic, I said 'No, you're epic'. Seems like a lovely person. You go girl.

@nikkieasley6204 4 жыл бұрын

Your thoughts are so positive the whole time! At about mile 9 mine turn to “wow, this sucks” “why am I doing this?” and “I hope my legs won’t give out”

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

A positive mental attitude can really help push through!

@chloeevans9349 4 жыл бұрын

i’m living for the guy that said “who knows”

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

😂

@llllllllllllllllaura 4 жыл бұрын

that last mile was tough! the longest mile ever! felt like my watch was going backwards and mocking me!! well done anna you did so well!

@carlablundell9413 4 жыл бұрын

Fully agree with this! Seeing 800m which felt like more then a mile then seeing I was only just coming up to 400m. It got very busy with lots of people at that point for me.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! A very long mile!

@hairyairey 4 жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel 1.1 miles of course and slightly uphill for most of it.

@DasTheKid 3 жыл бұрын

Idk it's the opposite for me i get more motivated in that last mile

@loveleyday 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree about "hold back". Going slower than I wanted was actually the best strategy, because I ended up with more at the end (well, at least *some* at the end!). Congratulations! Well run! And good time, too.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! You don’t want to completely blow up and not be able to finish! Thanks for watching 🙌

@majed2044 Жыл бұрын

During the start of each year at uni in Newcastle, I would see these people and have no idea what they were participating in. With no hesitation, I asked one of the participants what they are participating in and he humbly explained to me the race, the distance, the challenges and how a big of an event it is! Today, after running and racing all sorts of distances (apart from a marathon; hopefully one!). I’m planning on becoming one of the participants in the 2023 great north run 🏃‍♂️

@megandevries2045 4 жыл бұрын

😭😭😭cried with you at your finish. Congrats! Anyone who has run a half totally gets it. It's an emotional feeling. ❤

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

It really is! Thanks so much for watching Megan ☺️

@MaloIQ Жыл бұрын

Last weekend was my third half marathon. I've cried at every one. The first one, I cried for the whole last mile because I did it and I couldn't believe it. It's the most amazing feeling. ❤

@juleshorror 4 жыл бұрын

I split mine into one 5k at a time, just vision the thoughts of your best 5k runs in the past and keep that place, or if the wheels start to come off, think how you have finished your previous 5k runs when things were against you, I kept to this in Newcastle on Sunday and managed a great time dressed up a Batman, well done Anna for the finish

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Great plan! And well done on finishing your race 🙌

@kernowanya 4 жыл бұрын

I do this its just 4 and a bit park runs or 11 junior park runs!

@ladylove34 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent! I will be trying this this weekend when I run my first half in a while.

@rachaelking1006 4 жыл бұрын

I would definitely run more races if ice pops were provided!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

The ice pops were a saviour for sure, Rachael! haha (Anna)

@sarahwhite8157 4 жыл бұрын

This has made me emotional! I have tears in my eyes. My half marathon is in over 3 weeks, my second attempt my first one took me over 4 hours and I was the last person to finish xx

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

You’ll be awesome!

@johntallack7110 4 жыл бұрын

I'm in this. Who cares that it's just for one second at 8:39!! Life is now complete 😉🏃

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! Great cameo John 👌

@hairyairey 4 жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel pause it in the first second and see the look that Stuart 2849 is giving you Anna!

@gregsmith46 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I done my first half this year and in 1h 55 too. I got so emotional too it's such a great feeling especially when I saw my wife and kids cheering me on!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! And thanks for watching 🙌

@kernowanya 4 жыл бұрын

I totally cried my eyes out at the end of my 1st half Marathon earlier this year. My best mate was also bawling for me, it was amazing and now Ive got Cardiff in a couple of weeks.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

It can get very emotional out there! Good luck at Cardiff!

@marjorieh8356 3 жыл бұрын

Watching this in March 2021, and all I can think is look at all those people, together, breathing heavily, happy days ❤️

@NWCountryGirl17 4 жыл бұрын

I did my first half marathon on Saturday and I don't know what I was expecting or what I was training (I'd been basically building from COUCH in a year) the mental and emotional energy started to hit me at about mile 4 and I was fortunate enough to strike up a conversation with a woman who'd done the race before and was generous enough to stick with me for the rest of it when we re-entered the park getting to the finish line I forced out that last burst of energy hit the finish line and kinda collapsed for a second (finish time just over 3 hours but I FINISHED and that's enough for right now) After race thoughts: part of me wanted to never touch my running shoes again and a strange another part almost immediately started planning when I can get back out and improve for next time THANK YOU RUNNING CHANNEL for all the inspiration!!!

@casy6203 4 жыл бұрын

I'm normally very emotional but races make me so happy, I can't stop smiling at the finish line. I feel so lucky and content...its weird that I've never cried at the end🤣

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

That’s great! I guess we’re all different! (Anna)

@xh28 4 жыл бұрын

One of the great unsolved questions of running... "How many icepops is too many icepops?"

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Still to be confirmed 😂

@Boost00130 4 жыл бұрын

when you puke, that is 1 too many

@alanshrimpton6787 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my, we don't get ice pops in NZ. That would be too good to resist.

@hunterengland 4 жыл бұрын

Ahh, bless you Anna, i got a bit emotional with you at the end then! Great video, great effort! Well done!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Mark. It was a very emotional end for sure!

@alfromtx245 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations (3 years later)! Very inspiring! I'm doing my first half marathon in 2 days. Kind of nervous, but also really excited!

@gypsymuffinABZ 4 жыл бұрын

These thought mile by mile videos are great, thanks! 🙏 That's exactly what I say at mile 10. One parkrun to go. 😀 Ice pops! 😍

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

SO many ice pops! They were a welcome relief on what was a pretty warm day! Thanks for watching 🙌

@clarissamay4443 2 ай бұрын

Catching up on TRC videos and just now saw this. I ran my first half marathon earlier this month and it was an incredible experience. Lots of emotions, lots of tears, lots of pain, and 1000% worth it! Cannot wait to do it again!

@panagiotisvarelas2399 2 жыл бұрын

I run my first half marathon in Brussels last Sunday. I am super excited my goal was sub 2 hours and I did 1:52:59. Thanks for your channel guys and for these inspiring videos. I would like to say to anyone out there "You can do it" and if you don't feel ready yet trust me the boost from the people cheering and clapping for you will push you through the finish line.

@runningchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Panagiotis, sub 2 hours for your first time out is a great start! Question you now need to ask yourself it, when is your next race?!

@heathermalin3588 4 жыл бұрын

I did my first half marathon in April and my second is three weeks away! This is exactly the kind of motivation I needed to carry on training. You've just reminded me exactly why we run the races. The crowds, the excitement and that feeling when finish! You're so lovely, congratulations x

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Good luck with the rest of the training Heather and let us know how you get on!

@simongamez 11 ай бұрын

I cried watching this. You guys are an inspiration, truly. I'll start training for my first half marathon in about 3 weeks and theses videos are inspiring and very helpful.

@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691 2 жыл бұрын

Anna, I've binge watched all your videos in the last week as I'm on week 6 of marathon training. My goodness me, you make me so emotional & well up everything you're racing especially when you cry. I don't think I even get emotional on my runs & races so God knows why I feel so emotional watching you 😭. Anyway, thank you for all the tips & advice I've got from you so far x

@shabba1234 4 жыл бұрын

Seriously love these mile by mile videos with Anna. Such a personality and very inspiring.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I really enjoy making them ☺️

@andyhills9972 4 жыл бұрын

A fantastic video which mirrors my emotions when I ran it! An absolutely joyous first 3 miles and last mile - tricky around 4-6, and the support this year in particular throughout was just extraordinary. Makes me proud to be an adopted Geordie (lived here for 16 years).

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Andy. The Geordies certainly do look after their guests 👌

@TheDancechick801 4 жыл бұрын

I just want to say THANK YOU! Thank you so much for all of your videos. I am so grateful I found this channel. I just completed my first half marathon on September 15th and it was INCREDIBLE! I finished at 1 hour and 50 minutes! I was in such a good mood and smiling the whole time. It was a big elevation climb but I kept repeating to myself exactly what you said “what goes up must come down”. Thank you so much for all of your hard work and dedication that goes into these videos. 💛

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing. Thank you so much for watching us!

@stevenwilliams520 4 жыл бұрын

Love the video . I did it myself for the fourth time . I love the people who keep you going the whole way through. Looking forward to next year 👍🏻

@sdowdall3520 4 жыл бұрын

As I watch this back everything you say is how I felt at every mile.. Thanks for this.. I even said to myself how many ice pops is too many! Well done on your time, that was my target time but I was unprepared for hills, need to do more training but was only my second half Marathon. Thanks again!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! So many ice pops!! Those hills are a killer! Haha

@jamescole30 4 жыл бұрын

Really like the mile by mile videos you do and love the energy you bring to the channel anna!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much James. I really enjoy filming them!

@revjoespivey 3 жыл бұрын

I got emotional too when you crossed the line! I can not wait to do this!!! Thanks for sharing this! I am planning on my 1st 13.1 within the next month or so.. Started running Aug 2020. Ran 11 miles 2 weeks ago trying to get ready..

@amandatempleman2960 4 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, they are so refreshing compared to the really serious type - that is not meant detrimentally. I've not been enjoying running of late, pace has slowed, feeling sluggish etc., but know how good it is for me so won't give up, you've reminded me it can also be fun and not to take it so seriously. I did my first half last year and you've inspired me to sign up for my next.Thank you.

@pitza1312 4 жыл бұрын

You’re making me cry Anna 😭 I am doing my second half marathon this Saturday then my 1st marathon in October with Dublin City Marathon 2019. Thanks Running Channel for making light hearted running videos but informative. 🥰

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Good luck with it! And thanks so much for watching 🙌

@seansin5603 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck in the Dublin Marathon, I'll be doing the cork one in June as my first :)

@edi9211 4 жыл бұрын

I ran this for a charity and unfortunately re-aggravated an injury damaging my ankle ligaments about 2 miles in. I still finished but much slower and in a lot of pain. It was lovely to see someone else's journey and thoughts around the track since I barely remember it other than focusing on putting one foot in front of the other. Thank you and great inspiration for future events

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Oh no! Hope you’re better now?

@kirstyarmstrong-booth541 4 жыл бұрын

I love that you said only a parkrun to go, that is what I always say too 😊

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

😂universal measurement!

@marc-antoinepelletier4039 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million to The Running channel. I completed my first Half-Marathon with success yesterday. this channel give me a load of tips and I used most of them, I'm sure you are part of my success, Cheers !

@trevorhayes5414 4 жыл бұрын

Love the emotion. That's awesome. Well done on the run. Love seeing the stages we all experience during an event. Especially love the transition from "this is amazing!" in the early k's to "why do we do this?" a bit further on. :-)

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

It was incredibly overwhelming and an absolute privilege to be amongst the 57,000 who ran

@runforyourlifeuk 4 жыл бұрын

5:37 not sure I would've had that beer either!!! Lovely thought but not exactly what you need!

@invincibleisaac2000 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video, and well done Anna! I'm impressed you ran under 2 hours whilst having the breathe to commentate and film as you ran. I've only done 3 Half Marathons (so far) and have really enjoyed all of them. At the time it feels horrendous, especially as I'm always trying to go for a fast time, and I'm often just counting down the minutes until it's over. I find it all quite tough from Mile 4 to the end, but especially at Mile 10 when the finish is still far away. 2 of my Half Marathons have been my "home one" - the Southampton Half which I have enjoyed more because it can be a bit emotional recognising where you're running and some of the people cheering you on. Despite all the pain I still tell myself that a Half is my favourite distance to race and there's always a really good goodie bag and medal usually waiting afterwards!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks so much for watching 🙌 Half marathons are a great distance - they’re challenging and rewarding

@doctor-runnerTV 4 жыл бұрын

I can feel it! every breath you take I've run full, half, and 10k's. but nowadays, getting older.... heavier... and I am running again, you're giving me a lot of motivation. thanks.

@LA09a 4 жыл бұрын

Anna, this is fab. GNR 2019 was my first ever event & loved it. Started back in pink & so couldn't get into my usual pace but that meant I could relax and take it all in. Got to stop looking at all the photos/videos now & do some work. Amazing supporters/amazing runners & some amazing costumes!!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lorna! Glad you had a great day too 🙌 It really is very special at the GNR

@SuperBethanygirl 4 жыл бұрын

I cried when you cried Anna!! Way to Go! I’m new to running . My first race will be an 8k in Philadelphia. I ran 5 miles the first time ever 2 days ago. I can’t believe I did that and I don’t know how anyone does a half marathon or full marathon. I hope one day to do a half marathon. One step at a time😊

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Well done. That’s awesome progress!

@philliesbabe0503 4 жыл бұрын

Are you doing the 8k this November? It's a nice race!! I did that one and the full marathon....just have the half to knock out!! Congratulations on your achievement!! Hope to see you at a race soon!!

@jaynescarman Жыл бұрын

I did the Great North Run this year. My first half marathon and the longest run I've ever done. It was epic and I think I felt every emotion you did in the video. And it was hot! Great to relive it with you. I only started running after I dislocated my knee three years ago and decided to do the Great North Run to celebrate turning 40. So proud to have done it and what a memory!

@jemmasykes1909 Жыл бұрын

I've just watched this for the umpteenth time 😂 I'm taking part in The Great North Run next week, first time, first half marathon, I'm so excited but so nervous, thank you for your inspiration Anna 👌

@hairyairey 4 жыл бұрын

I shout out "only a parkrun to go" at 10 miles too. Also sing "oh, oh, half-way there" at halfway and this year received the proper response.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Livin' on a prayer!

@hairyairey 4 жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel Woah, livin' on a prayer Take my hand, we'll make it I swear Woah, livin' on a prayer

@glenngemmell397 4 жыл бұрын

A great wee video. Well done to get 1:55 and carrying a GoPro. thanks for sharing it. it’s a brilliant run, this was my 6th and I’ll be back next year.

@Mailman316 3 жыл бұрын

A great wee video 😂

@brightside119 4 жыл бұрын

YEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSS Anna! I LOVE these mile by mile videos! Whoever started dishing out the ice poles.......legend!! 💕 well done you!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Loz! I LOVE making them!! The ice pops are a Great North Run stalwart. Long may the tradition continue!!

@cindychevau7331 4 жыл бұрын

Such an amazing video. I might have cried watching it... Still buzzing from Sunday and this video is just exactly what I felt, including the tears in the end!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Cindy 🙌

@dannispeakman3238 4 жыл бұрын

just signed up for this next year! My first ever race and half marathon and im soooooo excited! Great video :D

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! You'll love it! Good luck with the training - we've got loads of tips in our other videos on running half marathons for you to check out

@trailheart1863 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂 I’ve learned that I should never try to do math in my head while running 🏃🏻 thank goodness for mile markers. Lol. And yes I bawled my eyes out at my 1st marathon finish. (I was 54 yrs old) the medics kept asking me if I was ok 😂 I just told them “tears of joy.....tears of joy”

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Tears of joy are the best types of tears

@HopeNDreams 4 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring. I give you a lot of props for running while filming using that energy you couldve used instead towards your run. I'm glad I came across this video as I'm in the process of training for my 1st half marathon in april 2020. God Bless You.

@syzwn1613 2 жыл бұрын

i've been watching this channel for 6 months now for some tips in running, started my running journey in january this year to loss weight (lost 19kg from 87kg in january 2022 to 68kg currently). now i've become addicted to running and in 4 weeks 3 days, i will be participating in my 1st ever half marathon. Watching this video make me excited for my 1st ever race!!

@punklejunk 4 жыл бұрын

This reminds me of my first 21K race many years ago. Many beautiful memories. Thank you so much.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙌 (Anna)

@hannahger2696 4 жыл бұрын

My first half marathon was about two weeks ago and I am pretty sure that i reached my absolute max pulse when they started the Countdown at the beginning

@Nufcmag000 4 жыл бұрын

Well done , this year was the 6th time I've done the great north run and still find it an amazing day and experience. Roll on next year 🏅🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats John! And thanks for watching 🙌

@mugen1356 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! That is about the same time I took to finish my first and so far only half marathon. I was dying there in the last 4 miles and this lady is filming and talking casually through it. #Respect

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Finish lines, not finish times! 🙌

@carlablundell9413 4 жыл бұрын

I also ran it this year and it was my first ever half marathon. I was so scared before setting off but I absolutely loved it. Currently going through the GNR blues ☹️. Ended up signing up to a few more and hope they as amazing as last weekend. Well done Anna.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Well done on your first ever half Carla! It was a great day wasn’t it?

@carlablundell9413 4 жыл бұрын

It really was. The support from the crowd is definitely what helped me through. This channel has helped me train for it so want to thank you for all the help.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Ahh that’s amazing Carla! So glad we could help. Hope you’ve got something else booked in to get over those GNR blues

@DanGalla 4 жыл бұрын

I was definitely crying when I crossed the finish line too! Such an achievement and the support from spectators who lined EVERY part of the route was amazing too!

@DanGalla 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Anna!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dan!

@paulcolenutt3208 4 жыл бұрын

Watched this about 5 times now. GNR2019 was my first half marathon(pending better name) and I am definitely going back. In awe of anyone who can talk all the way round. Was 6ft of beardy emotional bloke at the end. The support on the last 2 or 3 miles is amazing. (PS - fuck the trolls, you and running channel videos are inspiring and amazing.)

@nearlywheelie 4 жыл бұрын

I've watched this numerous times, as a booster/motivator when things aren't going so well (like when I was out for 7 weeks injured during lockdown) or just as ongoing inspiration - have never run a half marathon distance but it is still something I aspire to do one day, be it a virtual distance or 'actual' event. Cheers Anna & great going! 🏃‍♂️🙂

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Glad it gives you motivation!

@spacelover 4 жыл бұрын

First time doing the GNR and I was impressed. Couldn't believe how hot it was on the day,that got me towards the end. Weaving in and out of the crowds at the start hurt me as well. The crowds were immense and it certainly is a bucket list tick off. The Geordies are a friendly bunch!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it a fab race? A little warm on Sunday for sure

@spacelover 4 жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel Great video. I know how you felt at the finishing line. Lots of thoughts go through your head at that point,I always give a shout to my Dad who passed away 4 years to cancer. That got me into running and I was fortunate to run the London Marathon for Cancer Research in memory of my father soon after. Haven't looked back since and now run 3-4 times per week.

@roxynala1 4 жыл бұрын

I just found this channel and I love it. I have a love/hate relationship with running. I've done two half marathons before (both in Pittsburgh). I'm thinking of doing the full marathon this year. Your videos have been giving me some encouragement.

@roxynala1 4 жыл бұрын

I also love that you stop and pet all the doggies that you see. I would do the same!

@jaimedelmonte01 4 жыл бұрын

Im also crying. 😥 This is one of the dreams I would like to achieve in my life but always failed to do it. Congrats and more power to inspire more🙏🏼🎉🎉🎉

@JezzaN1 4 жыл бұрын

That atmosphere seems phenomenal, what a fantastic race. Great job, and thanks for the video!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙌The crowds were great!

@sakannlyn5993 4 жыл бұрын

When I ran my first half marathon, hit 5 miles and the only thing encouraging me was saying “you can walk next mile” and that repeated until the very end. After mile 10 it was a breeze. Those last three miles went by so fast I crossed it before I knew it.

@1985Heritage 4 жыл бұрын

For me it is quite relaxing that a great runner like Anna runs it in almost 2 hours.. makes me feel like I could do it one day as I'm exceptionally slow. Well done!!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

It’s not about the time you do, it’s about the time you have 🙌

@1985Heritage 4 жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel Well said :)

@drumrunner72 3 жыл бұрын

That's given my such great memories of beautiful spring races. Reminded me so much of my first half mara in Peterborough. We will get there again. Well done Anna!!

@runningchannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Woody! And yes - we'll get there again very soon :-)

@tonymartino7892 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Anna! You are an inspiration. A big THANK YOU from Southern California. 😎

@peterseager6970 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Anna. Excellent race. Looked a lot of fun with a very enthusiastic supporting crowd. Have my next 1/2 marathon in a months time. The prospect is a bit scary!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

It really was great! Good luck with your race!

@clairesweter-millar260 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Anna GNR is fantastic. Every runner ought to do it at least once.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Completely agree!

@meganjane836 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVED this! I've been wanting to do a half for a while. I think you've just convinced me. Thank you Anna. (You made me cry). Well done!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@domm.5936 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome work Anna - blogging and managed sub 2hrs! Looking to do my first half marathon this year. Just found this channel and love the videos. Good mix of humor and motivation for the average runner - keep it up!

@kenleyojones 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing being able to pull that off carrying a camera! 🚀🚀

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It was a lot of fun 🙌

@carolinem5515 4 жыл бұрын

I was there! Amazing race, loved it. Didn't see you though, too many people. Glad you had a good run :)

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Great stuff! Glad you had a great run

@rememberthelights 4 жыл бұрын

I've signed up for my first ever half marathon for October. This video made me excited and scared and thrilled to do it! I'm definitely going to cry at the end of mine :') thank you for all your videos and for all the tips you give!!

@user-yd3rs9hh5k 2 жыл бұрын

You made me cry as well Anna that I am more than emotional at the moment. I will run tomorrow 21 k for the first time in my life but 4 weeks ago I had an IT band syndrome that I had to stop my running training. It was too bad and disappointing. All those time I just kept following this channel to make myself motivated. Thank you very much for everything. I am too worried because I guess I am not fully recovered that I tried 5 k today and I have a bizarre uncomfortable tension around my knee. Anyway wish me good luck :) I'll let you know the result..

@Qieth 4 жыл бұрын

I really love these mile by mile videos. I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for a half marathon next year. Its "only" another 8k compared to the longest I've run before, but it's still a daunting task. These videos are great motivation! Also, the auto captions are hilarious when you're winded. Apparently, you gained 34 pounds running up nutty hills :D

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your training! Sorry about the auto captions!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

We've added the ACTUAL captions on now, so no more gaining 34 pounds up those nutty hills 😂

@Qieth 4 жыл бұрын

@@runningchannel oh, they are just on by default - they gave me a good chuckle :D

@pedrob8787 4 жыл бұрын

You can do it 🏃‍♂️👍

@rods2s 4 жыл бұрын

Go for it I ran this race it was amazing my first official half marathon you only hurts for a couple of days afterwards

@9f4 4 жыл бұрын

I have my first half marathon ever coming up next month so this should help 😂

@irfanulhaq8643 4 жыл бұрын

This was my first Half Marathon and after subscribing to your channel and watching most of the videos it really helped with technique. Mile 11 was hard known as the Nook by locals and my legs just became heavy. if i'd known Anna was running i would have congratulated her personally for helping me through this journey.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Mile 11 is a tough one for sure

@WayneRGeiger 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I've had many of the same thoughts--except the brilliant half marathon/half 10k comment. The half needs its own special name :)

@thehophouse3739 4 жыл бұрын

Awww well done Anna, getting all emosh at the end. I've got my first half marathon next month in Birmingham... I won't be filming it though I'll be dying!!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck in Birmingham Andrew!

@parthvatsal1 4 жыл бұрын

She completed it sub 2 hrs and that too while making a video!! #Genius

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks! (Anna)

@henryschumacher4047 4 жыл бұрын

Great run Nice Job Anna what a great crowd you had there at the race, cheering everyone on. Hope your next race will be just as good and successful. 👍👓🎸

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Henry! It was a great day 🙌

@TranscenDaMental 2 жыл бұрын

That was so beautiful! I love your energy, you inspire me to be great and I love your channel! You guys have such positive content, and it is very motivating…I truly hope that you attain all the success and happiness you are seeking! Blessings from Charleston, South Carolina!🇺🇸🇬🇧

@Boost00130 4 жыл бұрын

I just did my 3rd half on Sunday.... Saturday we had a category 1 hurricane come through, Sunday was 40kph winds (headwind for the last 4.5k) and 70kph gusts... but I set a pb by over 6 minutes. At 10k I was thinking, "god I have to do that again" at 16k I was thinking "just another 5k" and for the last 1k I was thinking "I hate this bl**dy wind". for my 1st half I was also very emotional coming to the end. The organizers had set up a huge video screen at the 12 mile mark so when you ran over the chip timer they played a video that your family recorded the day before. Many tears there and more when I finished.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! That sounds incredible. Congrats Kevin 🙌

@finnohare 4 жыл бұрын

My main thought in a half marathon... how many free jelly babies can I consume in the space of 2hrs while running? 😂 LOVED this video! Well done, Anna, for both running it & giving us an insight into what it's like!

@hairyairey 4 жыл бұрын

It was the Fab lolly that was offered that did it for me!

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching Finnouala! I had a great time filming and running it.(Anna) Ps, don't forget to hit 'Subscribe' and tap the bell icon so you get notified when we upload new videos about running - there's new stuff every week and it'd really help us out if you subscribed ☺️ (it is free after all! And you don't get much for free these days)

@G-33k 3 жыл бұрын

I was a coach potato man with a fat body and a weak heart, it was 10 years of my life where i was doing nothing at all, work on desk eat on coach play games and then sleep as a pig, that was my daily routine, thankfully i saw you in a video on how to run an half marathon a month ago then i decided to start running at first it was hell, i was able to run only for 4 minutes now after 6 weeks of daily running, i can run for 44 minutes with a speed of 4.84mile/h and my best run in this week was 8 miles in 95 minutes, thank you Anna, you're such a lovely cure girl also i thank the Running Channel team, you make me on fire to try running the half marathon very soon :)

@adamsharpe9452 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this was just lovely. Subscribed!

@fessellsahmed2587 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Anna 👌Newcastle massive.

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👌🙏

@DanGalla 4 жыл бұрын

Ah I saw you filming the intro. So glad I found the video. Spotted me in the red bandana in the background at 0:09

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

😎

@colinjbanks 4 жыл бұрын

‘’Thank you, Great North Run for being epic.” That says it all, Anna. ❤️

@runningchannel 4 жыл бұрын

🙌

@markburk8670 4 жыл бұрын

on my first half marathon was also very emotional. so much training and work put in to it and to finish was amazing. thankyou for sharing with us your experience.